Today’s place for settling the debt, as introduced by Jiwoo, was [Tokyo Omakase]. Here, reservations could be canceled but not delayed. Despite being a bit late, Sori had hurried over. She was guided to a round table that seemed like a waiting area inside the restaurant. Hwang Junsu was already there, reading a book.
“Did I keep you waiting long? How long have you been here?”
“I finished work at 5, so I just came straight here.”
“Ah, I see. You must have waited quite a while then. I’m sorry.”
“No worries. I knew you might be late, considering how busy the hospital gets.”
For the first time, Sori noticed that Hwang Junsu’s features were sharp, resembling a Chinese actor, just as her colleague Kitaey had mentioned. Apart from Hyunwoo, she rarely noticed others’ appearances.
Dressed in a suit with a grey beanie, his look might draw attention in the financial district. His style was awkward yet not, somehow.
“Do I stand out too much? It seemed like everyone was staring at me. Does it look weird?”
“No, not at all. You wear it well, that’s why people look.”
“Thanks. I thought people were mocking me at work. But hearing you say that makes me feel good.”
“Yes, really. It suits you.”
Sori felt obliged to say something nice.
“Are you Yoo Sori, the one who made the reservation?”
“Yes.”
“If both of you are here, we can show you to your table.”
Following the staff’s guidance, they sat at a counter table near the chefs, all wearing tall white hats. Although the restaurant had private rooms and four-seater tables, this was the only spot available for same-day reservations, luckily opened up by a cancellation.
The transparent showcase displayed neatly arranged fish, and the chefs were busy preparing food. It was said to be the best spot to truly appreciate the sushi, and already the scent was tantalizing.
Aside from sitting too close to Hwang Junsu, it wasn’t too bad.
“I chose the menu on my own. Do you like sushi?”
“I rarely get to eat it. I often have sushi near my office in Yeouido. There are many good sushi places there.”
“Good… I’m glad.”
He began discussing various restaurants around Yeouido.
Sori didn’t contribute much to the conversation. Hyunwoo always knew her tastes and chose food she liked. It was surprising how well he knew her preferences.
In fact, everything he chose was delicious, even though she wasn’t particularly interested in food.
Where was Hyunwoo and what kind of appointment did he have?
“What do you usually do in your free time? Any hobbies?”
“Sleep, I guess?”
Hwang Junsu was talkative, quite the opposite of Hyunwoo. It was hard to adjust. She realized she preferred someone more reserved.
Thoughts of Hyunwoo again.
Gradually, Sori spoke less and less, merely nodding in response to Hwang Junsu’s conversation.
In the meantime, appetizers like Jaecheop-guk (shellfish soup) and Maesaengi porridge were served, along with light yellow Chawanmushi.
“How did you find time? I thought I’d be meeting you near the hospital.”
“I do have a conscience.”
Junsu laughed brightly, seemingly enjoying himself.
Despite experiencing the extremities of her job, Sori considered herself lucky today. Thanks to Hyunwoo having another commitment, she was able to come here with peace of mind.
As it was a course meal, the seating would naturally end once the courses were completed. She estimated that in about an hour and a half, she could finish her meal and head home, probably before Hyunwoo.
Until now, her plan was perfect, unaware that Seo Hyunwoo was within a 5-meter radius.
Sori and Junsu sat side by side, facing the chef, with only a palm’s distance between them. As time passed, the distance felt increasingly closer. Sori, finding the proximity somewhat uncomfortable, tried to lean as much to the left as possible.
“Do you drink? It seems a bit off to have sushi without some sake.”
“I’m not very good with alcohol… But if you’d like some, please go ahead.”
“Junsu, I like the sound of that.”
“Um? You asked me to call you by your name.”
Junsu laughed heartily at Sori’s slightly embarrassed face.
Why is he laughing?
Sori’s face turned red as if sensing danger.
“Still, it’s not fun drinking alone.”
“I’ll join you.”
There was no escaping today; she had to oblige.
“I’m not forcing you. Just trying to match the mood.”
“Okay.”
Junsu carefully selected a bottle of sake from the menu.
Brought to the table, the sake was in a deep green bottle, new to Sori.
“Just sip it gently.”
He poured sake into a cute cup for her.
After clinking cups lightly, Sori sipped the sake. Should she down it in one go? She hesitated but, seeing Junsu finish his, she emptied her cup as well.
The sake, not too sweet, felt strong for her. The aroma spread sharply down her throat. Sori squinted her eyes slightly.
“Does it taste okay?”
“Yes, it does.”
Though not her preference, Sori couldn’t be honest about it.
Various appetizers arrived, including seafood like abalone and octopus. Eating them with sake cleansed the slight fishy taste. The sake might not be her favorite, but it paired well with the food.
Male lead is reincarnated to save his wife
I’ve also read this one twice already. The female lead is kinda soft and gets embarrassed easily—not really my type, but the plot is definitely worth reading. Hurry up and read it, y’all!
Intro
When Shen Yuan encountered Su Jin again in his previous life, she had already become the Prime Minister of the current dynasty. As for him, the former top young master of the capital, he had long since fallen into the abyss, becoming a singer on a pleasure boat.
After a song ended, he was redeemed and sent to the Su Residence.
Su Jin respected and cherished him, gave him a roof over his head, and bestowed him with warmth. Shen Yuan fell deeper and deeper, but before he could express his feelings, Su Jin passed away.
Shen Yuan died to follow her in death, but instead, he returned to when he was fifteen years old.
At that time, he was not yet engaged, and Su Jin was just a poor scholar.
Shen Yuan gritted his teeth, casting aside all his pride, and thought of ways to coax and entice her every day.
The colder and more indifferent Su Jin was towards him, the more proactive Shen Yuan became.
He was not afraid of being mocked by the world, only wanting to marry his Wife-master early, to hold her hand and never let go for a lifetime.
[Note: This story will not specifically point out the male lead’s reincarnation time point; it’s all in the details. Whenever you feel that the male lead is acting strangely, he has most likely been reincarnated.]
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